Is talking alone at home and out loud a disorder? This is what psychology says.

Although it may seem strange, talking out loud may seem like a disorder, but it's very common. You probably do this at home with the intention of reflecting on something, and therefore, psychology would have an analysis for those who do it frequently. What is the expert's position?

It's important to know that these types of conversations often serve to organize emotions and thoughts. They aim to generate peace of mind or even motivate you to achieve personal goals.

On this subject, Patricia Rosillo, a psychologist with a membership in El Prado Psicólogos, considered that it is not a negative issue at all. " It helps us organize our thoughts. It's as if in certain situations we can converse with ourselves from a 'higher' place , as if we could engage in an 'inner self-role-play,'" she stated in statements also published by the ABC website.

(See more: US visa price increases, but it's refundable: the 3 conditions to meet) In this regard, he stressed that they should call a person's attention when they are part of a psychotic disorder or even a delusion.

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In short, it's a fact that usually occurs when a person shares an experience with a trusted person and, in this exchange, asks for advice on resolving the situation. Should you be worried if you talk to yourself?

On this matter, Cuidate Plus, a specialized media outlet, obtained testimony from two mental health professionals, who indicated that this is something we shouldn't worry about. "We all have a conversation with our inner voice, a more or less intense dialogue that usually takes place in silence. There are people, however, who do respond to a thought spoken out loud. It's not common, but it's not pathological either," explained Juan Carlos Pascual, a member of the board of directors of the Spanish Society of Psychiatry and Mental Health.

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Guaranteed Minimum Income: How much money does each group receive from Sisbén?) Along the same lines, Guillermo Fouce, president of the Psychology Without Borders Foundation, mentioned that this is not a rare issue or linked to a mental disorder. "It's a way of listening to each other and talking to, in some way, follow certain guidelines," he clarified.